Other details: This is an official US Chess sanctioned event. It will be conducted in accordance with the current US Chess rules as promulgated in U. S. Chess Federation’s Official Rules of Chess, 6th Edition.

Note that the use of cell phones in any manner in the playing room is prohibited. Make sure your cell phone is in the silent mode (not vibrate) or turned off while in the playing room. Rule 20N1 refers.

No food or drink is permitted in the playing room while rounds are in progress. (Water bottle is ok.)

We'll likely take a 10-15 minute break between rounds at the halfway point after round 2.

Please make an effort to start games on time and report results to the tournament director promptly, as this will help maintain the schedule.

In the event of a dispute during play, STOP YOUR CLOCK IMMEDIATELY and get the event's TD to resolve the situation.

Contact Chase Watters at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have additional questions.